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Sage Carbonara

A traditional Italian carbonara with a herby sage twist! This rich and flavourful dish is perfect weekend treat.
  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Serves: 4

Method

  1. Whisk the eggs, egg yolks, and half the cheese in a bowl. Season with a little salt and plenty of black pepper.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente. Drain reserving a cupful of pasta water.
  3. Meanwhile, heat the oil and butter in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the pancetta and fry, stirring often, for 4 minutes. Stir in the sage and fry for a further 4 minutes, or until the pancetta is crispy.
  4. Once cooked, remove the pancetta from the heat and stir through the spaghetti. Pour over the sauce and a splash of pasta water and stir for 30 seconds until the eggs are cooked through and the pasta is well coated.
  5. Serve immediately with the remaining Pecorino and a little more black pepper.

Products used in this recipe

Sage

Sage has a strong, slightly minty, citrus and pine taste and goes well with pork or poultry.

£2.50
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Black Pepper Coarse Ground

Black pepper is a store cupboard essential for any meal. Even sweet dishes are complemented by this king of the spice world.

£3.90
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